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Atlanta Falcons RB Tevin Coleman would have trade value, according to a high-ranking AFC evaluator. "Great complement to a starter and he could fill the role as a starting running back," the evaluator said. "Great speed and athleticism."

Fantasy Tip: Coleman still has a year remaining on his current deal, so he is likely slated for another year of backing up Devonta Freeman. Even in that role, Coleman has potential as a flex play because of his ability to find the end zone.

Former Oakland Raiders running backs coach Bernie Parmalee, former Arkansas linebackers coach Chad Walker and former Hawaii special teams coordinator Mayur Chaudhari were hired by the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, Feb. 14. Parmalee will serve in the same role, Walker will serve as an offensive assistant and Chaudhari will serve as an assistant special teams coach.

Fantasy Tip: Bryant finished eighth among kickers in points scored in 2017 after ranking first in 2016. Atlanta has plenty of offensive firepower, so Bryant should remain a starting-caliber fantasy kicker again next season.

Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman (knee) said he could be ready for the start of offseason workouts but wants to be completely healthy before he returns so he does not have to deal with the injury during the season.

Fantasy Tip: Freeman probably will participate in some offseason workouts and should be 100 percent for training camp. He likely will continue to see most of the work at running back and can be at least a No. 2 fantasy running back even with Tevin Coleman on the roster.

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank expects QB Matt Ryan to take a hometown discount when the two sides work on a contract extension. "We expect him to work with us to ensure there's talent around him," Blank said.

Fantasy Tip: Expect the Falcons to do what it takes to keep Ryan around. Although his numbers slipped from his 2016 MVP campaign this season, he remains a perennial QB1 candidate.

Fantasy Tip: Coleman has one year left on his current deal, and since Atlanta already locked up Devonta Freeman, it would be a bit of a surprise to if the Falcons also gave Coleman an extension. In the meantime, he'll remain one of the more attractive backup running backs for 2018.